Dolomites Van Life Guide: Giau Pass, Part 4
Join me in my latest adventure across the Dolomites as we venture into one of the most beautiful passes in the region, Giao Pass. Towering at an impressive 2,236 meters, this pass offers a balcony parking spot with phenomenal views. You might be wondering, why we always choose passes as our base. Well, staying in…
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Dolomites Van Life Guide: Falzarego Pass, Part 3
In today’s post, we continue our series as we explore the stunning landscape of Dolomites. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the beautiful spot of Falzarego Pass, which provides access to Lagazuoi, Rifugio Nuvolou, and Cinque Torri. Each of these destinations has its own unique charm and offers an adventure that will leave you…
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Dolomites Van Life Guide: Sella Pass, Part 2
Welcome back, my friends! I’m thrilled to bring you the second post of our Dolomites on Wheels series. In case you’re new here, please go ahead and read first part here. And now, fasten your seatbelts as we dive into the Sella Pass parking area! Continuing our journey from Gardena Pass, we arrive at the…
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Dolomites Van Life Guide: Gardena Pass, Part 1
Hello and welcome to Dolomites on Wheels, your ultimate guide to a van life holiday in the Dolomites! We all know that Dolomites is one of the most amazing destinations in Europe, but let’s face it, it can come at a cost. Traditional holidays here can drain your wallet faster than you can say “cappuccino.”…
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Vanlife Chronicles: The Unfiltered Reality
I’m here to share the unfiltered truth about my personal and unique journey on the road. It’s been well over a year since I turned my van life dream into a reality, and I want to make it crystal clear that this is solely my experience. It’s not my husband’s perspective, nor is it an…
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10 Must-Have Travel Apps for Your Next Adventure
Are you planning a trip or hitting the road soon? As a van lifer who has been exploring for over a year now, I know how important it is to have the right apps to help you navigate your travels. That’s why I’ve put together a list of my top ten travel apps to help…
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Van Life in Europe: A Starter Checklist for UK Travellers
Wow, can you believe it’s already been a whole year of us living on the road and exploring Europe? Time flies when you’re having fun! To celebrate this amazing milestone 🎉 I’ve decided to compile all the helpful information you need for your European adventure into one handy post. With the freedom to explore at…
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Van Life, things that nobody tells you about
Can you believe it’s already been 312 days of living on the road? I have been reflecting on what a crazy year it´s been so it made me think about what I thought van life was going to be like before hitting the road versus the reality now. Just like many of you, I thought…
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Hygiene While Living in a Van
Hi everyone! I know a lot of women have questions about how I maintain my hygiene while living in a van, so I wanted to share my tips and tricks. No daily showers may sound like the end of your life in a civilised society but adjusting your routine and doing things slightly differently can…
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How To Stay Grounded During Difficult Times
Approximate Reading Time: 5 minutes A couple of years ago I found myself reading every book on the mindfulness subject and watching every youtube on how to stay in a moment. I have been introduced to the concept that problems do not exist in the present moment. And this simple sentence changed my life completely.…
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Van life- where to start and how to make money on the road?
This is THE ONE question that I get asked by far the most and it’s going to be a long post so be prepared! I am not sure why but I was apprehensive to write about it for a while. Maybe because talking publicly about how you make money is quite daunting or perhaps taking…
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Climbing holiday in Valencia province? Check out these hidden gems
We have been on the road for nearly three months now, spending a lot of time rock climbing and exploring. There is an endless supply of crags across Spain, and to our surprise, we discovered several new amazing climbing areas we have never heard of! So far we have spent most of our time travelling…
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Van Life – travelling full-time with 2 large dogs
Let’s do introductions first! Summer is a black Labrador retriever. She is a very active 3-year-old girl and we have had her since she was 2 months old. Summer is a true water dog and if she would have a chance she would never leave the water and continue to retrieve sticks and other things…
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How much does it cost to live & travel in a van? Part 2
There is this negative social stigma behind money and a lot of people shy away from conversations about it. But I’m here to break the rules so buckle up and learn about how much does it actually cost living on the road 🙂 April was our first full month living in a van in Spain…
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Top boring van life essentials we bought or forgot to buy!
This is far from the most exciting blog post but I wanted to include a list of mundane van life essentials you wouldn’t normally think about until you start living in a van. Let’s go! My favourite purchase and something that I use every single day is Roll Up Dish Drying Rack. Our kitchen is tiny,…
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How much does it cost to live and travel in a van?
I’m glad you asked! So many people say living in a van is cheap but is it actually cheap when you add up all the costs?! We have been living full-time in our motorhome for a month now and just got around to adding all the expenses so I thought I will share this with…
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Van adventures, safety first
Exploring the outdoors in your van, motorhome or even a car can be a fantastic idea, and it can be one of the best adventures you will ever have. Considering that your vehicle will become your home for the short-term or long-term, your worst nightmare is someone breaking into your van or even stealing it.…
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Weekend Getaway in the Lake District
After a rainy start of 2022, we have decided to spend long a weekend in the Lake District. Our usual weekends involve lots of climbing and hiking and we often try to cramp too much in 2 days. So for a change, we decided to have a relaxing weekend with some nice walks and spend…
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Let’s talk accounatbility!
2020 has been a challenging year for many of us, but I have never felt more focused and happier. So what’s changed? What helped me to get through 2020 feeling so positive and energised? Two words – Accountability Partners 🙌 The concept of accountability partners is simple and yet brilliant at the same time. The…
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14 day dream UK holiday under £500
2020 has been a tough year for holidaymakers with so many of us having to cancel dream holidays abroad. Some of us have been lucky enough to claim money back for cancelled holidays but I think all of us have heard heartbreaking stories of less fortunate people who didn’t receive a refund and lost £1000s.…
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🏴 The Most Memorable Hikes in North of Scotland
With all the COVID-19 going on it was clear that this year the most sensible thing we could do is have a staycation. We have decided to go on a road trip, and not just any but the famous North Coast 500 route. We also wanted to challenge our selves and make this trip the…
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🇬🇧 Warland Reservoir
Today we went for a little walk around Warland Reservoir. This is our ‘go-to’ spot when we don’t have much time, but still like to get outside even if it’s for an hour or two.Below are just a few reasons why we like coming here: Let me know if you been here before, and what…
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🇬🇧 Dovestone Reservoir
Today we did an awesome 8 miles hike passing reservoirs, wild swimming spots and waterfalls with some easy scrambling and lots of beautiful views. With less than 30minutes drive from Manchester this is a must for anyone who loves outdoors. There is a path to go up to the Holme Clough Waterfall, or if you…
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🇬🇧 Blackstone Edge
No matter how many times I visit this place, I always have loads of fun! No two adventures are the same – every trip throws up new sceneries and fresh experiences. This beautiful spot its only 45min drive from Manchester 👌🏻 The Blackstone Edge offers a rocky 1,549ft summit, and a road that was once…
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